BALL, La. (KALB) – Tioga High School’s Bailey Gallineau signed her letter of intent to become a Louisiana Tech Cheerleader on April 29.

Brittney Kings, Head Coach for the THS Cheer Team, shared that Bailey has an extensive list of achievements, including:

• 4-year varsity cheerleader serving as Co-Captain junior year and Captain senior year
• 6 time NCA All-American Cheerleader
• NCA Top Gun-Best Jumps
• NCA Top Gun- Best Tumbling
• NCA Staff Nominee
• Senior Cheer Awards- Best Indian Reservation performer, Senior MVP, Captain Award,
• All-American, Most Dependable
• 4-year Student Council Member- Class Vice President, Class President, Student Body
• Secretary
• 3 Year A Honor Roll- Sophomore-Senior Year
• Chiefs Freshman Mentor
• Student Senate Member
• Fellowship of Christian Athletes- Member, Leadership Team, and Speaker
• Student of the Month Sophomore and Senior year
• Student of the Year Nominee
• Ruby Badge Recipient
• Sapphire Badge Recipient
• Homecoming Princess
• District Track 800-meter Qualifier
• Cross Country 3 mile Top 10 Qualifier for Regionals

Congratulations!

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LEAP testing is (for the most part) behind them, and Louisiana students are itching to be finished with school for the year. God bless teachers! Which class in college taught them to heard cats? They are all feeling the end-of-the-year fatigue and just as anxious for the last day of school as the students.

Parents are searching for ways to keep the kids occupied this summer, and those plans should be finalized sooner rather than later. Parks and recreation departments sometimes offer opportunities to let children blow off some steam and keep them off devices, at least for a little while. Lafayette and Calcasieu Parishes have a number of camps that children can attend, and registration is open for most of them. The outlying, more rural parishes don’t have the same selection, so reach out to your friends and community organizations for information about summer activities.

READ MORE: Summer Camps in Lafayette area

Whatever the plans are for students after they finish school for the year, the clock is ticking until they hear that final bell. From Lafayette to Lake Charles, from Opelousas to Abbeville and all towns in between, here’s the list of parishes in south Louisiana and when the 2023-24 school year ends for the public schools.

The TDR Three Key Takeaways regarding Cannabis News and New Legislation:

1. Georgia aligns with federal standards for hemp products.
2. Louisiana introduces adult-use cannabis legislation.
3. Kansas experiences a setback with the rejection of a medical cannabis bill.

Cannabis news has been particularly vibrant this week as states like Louisiana, Hawaii, Georgia, and Kansas have made notable legislative advancements. Anthony Varrell, the Co-host of TDR noted that many of these developments are similar to Florida’s significant progress in developing one of the largest medical cannabis markets during Governor Ron DeSantis’s tenure, which notably included the introduction of smokable flowers. Varrell noted that this marks a significant shift in the traditional narrative of cannabis in red, conservative states.

In Louisiana, recent legislation aims to establish a regulated marijuana market for adults, reflecting a significant change in the state’s approach to cannabis. The bill allows adults to purchase and possess marijuana and permits the cultivation of up to six plants for personal use. Importantly, the legislation provides an opt-out for local governments, enabling them to decide whether or not to host cannabis businesses, which could facilitate the law’s implementation by respecting local preferences.

Meanwhile, Hawaii is advancing in medical marijuana accessibility. The governor has proposed allowing medical marijuana to be prescribed for any condition, expanding beyond the current restrictive program. This progressive step could position Hawaii as a leader in accessible cannabis-based medical treatment, reflecting a broader recognition of the plant’s therapeutic benefits.

Georgia’s focus is slightly different, centering on regulating hemp products, including CBD and delta-8 THC. A bill that aligns state regulations with federal guidelines is awaiting the governor’s signature. This regulation is essential for consumer safety, aiming to standardized testing, packaging, and labeling practices across the state.

However, not all states are moving forward unimpeded. Kansas faced a setback with the rejection of a medical marijuana bill in the state Senate, highlighting the varying degrees of opposition that cannabis legalization efforts still encounter in certain areas.The progressing cannabis legislation in these states reflects changing public opinions and impacts civil liberties, healthcare, and social justice. The recent updates from states like Louisiana, Hawaii, Georgia, and Kansas show significant progress and growing acceptance of marijuana’s uses, which could influence broader national policies.Want to keep up to date with all of TDR’s research and news, subscribe to our daily Baked In newsletter.